Chapter 127 Wu Zhong: What? The hero you are talking about is called Chen Jiusi?

White Tiger Hall!
The White Tiger Hall today is different from the past. It looks particularly solemn and is packed with people inside and outside.

There were nearly four hundred people standing on the square of the White Tiger Hall, that is to say, in addition to the disciples on the streets and those who stayed behind to guard the villages and towns.

Almost all the leaders have arrived.

This even includes Chen Jie’s hometown, the manager of the fish pen in Xiantao Town, Wu Zhong!
Wu Zhong also received the news yesterday afternoon and arrived as soon as the city gate opened this morning. He didn't know what exactly happened.

Just as confused as Wu Zhong were the managers of two village fish pens. At this time, the three of them gathered together and whispered.

"Old Wu!"

At this time, a manager of a fish pen saw Wu Zhong and greeted him with a laugh.

Wu Zhong looked over and laughed, "Haha... Lao Liu, you're here too. We haven't seen each other for half a year."

"It's been about half a year. Hey, how are you doing lately?"

"What else can I do? Same as always."

"You, you hide your incompetence from me every day."

"How can that be possible? I, Wu Zhong, always speak my mind and never say anything nonsense."

The two were talking when another person in charge of the fish pen came over and said, "Hahaha, Lao Liu, is Lao Wu pretending to be incompetent again? That's just his problem."

"Isn't it? You don't even tell the truth in front of us brothers, haha..."

Old Liu complained.

Wu Zhong heard this and said, "Hey, are you two plotting against me again, guys..."

"Alright, alright, I won't tease you anymore, Old Wu. Hey, do you two know what's going on today? The hall master is so anxious to summon you. And you see, almost all the leaders of our White Tiger Hall are here. What's the purpose?"

"What? Who knows? Oh, by the way, did you hear that our White Tiger Hall had a bet fight with the Beggars' Sect yesterday, and we almost lost."

"Huh? Is there still such a thing?"

Wu Zhong asked curiously after hearing this. Due to the urgency of the incident, no one told Xiantao Town. Besides, as long as these township agencies could pay taxes in time, they couldn't really help much when something happened at the headquarters. Therefore, no one specifically notified them.

Many times, only after the people at the top have changed do people below realize that something big has happened.

"That's right. I came here overnight last night. Almost the entire Mianshui County is spreading this matter. We in the countryside don't know about it. The gambling fight yesterday even concerns the life and death of our White Tiger Hall!"

Lao Li, the manager of the fish pen in Yanglin Town, said excitedly that he had rushed into the city last night and listened to the big gossip in Baihu Hall all night.

Like Wu Zhong, Lao Liu, the manager of the fish pen in Shadong Town, had entered the city this morning, so he was not aware of this sensation.

At this time, he said, "What is the specific situation? Old Li will tell us more."

After hearing this, Old Li said, "You don't know? Let me tell you, it was very dangerous yesterday. Our White Tiger Hall and the Beggars' Sect made a bet, betting on three streets of our White Tiger Hall, Yongchang, Heping, and Dacaishi, while the Beggars' Sect bet on the Nanhu Salt Field. At that time, both sides bet on a best-of-three fight."

"But before that, the Beggars' Sect ambushed our White Tiger Hall. The Hall Master was seriously injured, and three of the Four Vajra Kings were injured and one died. Our entire White Tiger Hall fell into the most dangerous situation."

"Of course, it is said that heroes emerge in troubled times, and capable ministers emerge in turbulent times. At this difficult time, the Fifth Master of our White Tiger Hall stood up. In the gambling fight, he cleverly defeated the Beggar Gang's [Iron Beggar Zhou Peng], defeated [Ivy Tiger Liu Feng], and finally challenged [Golden Sword Feng San] with a spear. He became famous in one battle and protected the century-old foundation of our White Tiger Hall!"

"Jianghu greeting card: [Soul-chasing Spear]"

Old Li has really good speaking skills, he told the story just like he was telling a story.

After hearing Wu Zhong, Lao Liu was stunned and exclaimed that it was awesome.

But Wu Zhong suddenly reacted, and looked at the storyteller Lao Li with a horrified expression and said, "Hey, Lao Li, what's the name of this Wu Ye you're talking about?"

"Fifth Master?"

Wu Zhong asked, suppressing his excitement.

He was also afraid that he had made a mistake. After all, he had heard of this Golden Knife Feng San. According to legend, he was a strong man in the Iron Bone Realm, while the man he remembered was only in the Flesh Training Realm. How could he enter the Iron Bone Realm after only a month of separation?
Wu Zhong didn't believe it.

Old Li heard this and said, "You don't know this? Your last name is Chen."

"Chen? What's your name?"

Wu Zhong continued to ask, and Lao Li said, "His name is Chen Jiusi. Hey, Lao Wu, he seems to be from your Xiantao Town too!"

Chen Jiusi!!

Wu Zhong's eyes suddenly widened. It turned out to be this kid Jiu Si.

He was a little bit unbelieving. After all, the Chen Jiusi described by Lao Li seemed like two different people from the Chen Jiusi he knew.

One is a boy from the countryside who is somewhat determined and intelligent.

One is a heroic figure who saved the collapsing building and supported the crumbling country. For a moment, he did not dare to put these two people together.

I feel like I’m dreaming. Is this Chen Jiusi really the Chen Jiusi I know?
Wu Zhong tried to calm himself down, then looked at Lao Li and said, "Lao Li, are you sure? Is his name really Chen Jiusi?"

Old Li said, "How could it be wrong? By the way, Old Wu, do you know him?"

"Well, well, we know each other."

Wu Zhong smiled, feeling extremely excited. At this time, Lao Li said, "I know him. How is your relationship? Can you talk to him? With his status, the White Tiger Hall might be his in the future. If you can talk to him, please help me make some connections."

Wu Zhong said: "Well, it's just a simple acquaintance, we can't talk."

"Really?"

Old Li looked at Wu Zhong suspiciously. This old guy was very low-key.

Wu Zhong said: "Really, we have only met a few times."

Wu Zhong stopped talking after that, but his heart couldn't calm down for a long time. Until now, he still couldn't believe that the hero that others were talking about was Chen Jiusi.

While he was silent, other people from the White Tiger Hall were also discussing yesterday's battle and the performance of Chen Jiusi's spear defeating Feng San's golden sword.

The strength of Feng San with the Golden Sword has been recognized by the masters of Hua Jin. Chen Jie was actually able to defeat Feng San with a spear, which shows that he is also a strong man in the Iron Bone Realm. Moreover, at this age, it is not impossible for him to enter the Hua Jin realm in the future!

Everyone was talking about Chen Jie.

Wu Zhong was listening quietly at this time, and the corners of his mouth couldn't help but curl up.

It’s as if one’s own children or nephews have achieved remarkable achievements, and one feels proud just listening to it from the audience.

Just as everyone was discussing this, someone outside shouted, "Fifth Master is here!"

In an instant, everyone's eyes were focused on the door, and then they saw the hall master's special carriage slowly approaching.

Peng Fu, the old man of Baihu Hall and the hall master's personal bodyguard, drove to the gate of Baihu Hall himself.

Seeing this scene, the disciples of White Tiger Hall talked about it.

"Hey, did you see that? Fifth Master now uses the Hall Master's bicycle frame when he goes out. This is the Hall Master's kindness."

"Not only that, look, even the driver is Uncle Fu, this treatment is not even given to the uncle or the second uncle!"

"Isn't it? I think our White Tiger Hall may all belong to Fifth Master in the future. Don't forget that the Hall Master has given the [Brick Opening Hand] to Fifth Master."

"Yes, the one who learns the Stone Opening Hand will be the master of the White Tiger Hall!"

Everyone was talking excitedly after hearing this, and just then, someone said, "Look, Master Wu is getting off the car."

Peng Fu brought over a stirrup and personally opened the curtain for Chen Jie.

"Uncle Fu, you've passed this."

Peng Fu said: "The hall master has ordered that your contribution deserves this courtesy, so you should accept it."

Chen Jie said: "This, my godfather has really made me suffer."

Peng Fu smiled and said, "If you want to achieve great things, you must be able to withstand the impact that comes with it. This is what the hall master values ​​in you."

As he spoke, Peng Fu lifted the curtain of the car and Chen Jie got out.

Everyone looked at Chen Jie, clasped their fists and said, "Greetings, Fifth Master."

Chen Jie stood in the car and returned the greeting: "Hello, brothers."

Then Chen Jie got off the car and passed by the crowd. Someone immediately greeted him: "Fifth Master."

"Fifth Master."

"Fifth Master."

Chen Jie nodded in response.

At this time, Wu Zhong, who was standing in the crowd, did not step forward, but looked at Chen Jie, who seemed to have changed his appearance, and nodded secretly.

He is indeed a promising person in the city.

At this time, Lao Li said, "Hey, Lao Wu, Master Wu is coming. You are from the same hometown. Hurry up and say hello and try to make friends."

Wu Zhong shook his head and even took a step back.

However, Chen Jie saw Wu Zhong at this time, was stunned, and immediately walked over quickly.

When Old Li saw Chen Jie, he immediately said, "Fifth Master."

Chen Jie nodded, walked quickly to Wu Zhong and said with a smile: "Uncle Zhong, you are here too."

The call of "Uncle Zhong" shocked both Lao Li and Lao Liu. What was going on? Didn't they say they were very familiar with each other?

Wu Zhong didn't expect that even after Chen Jie reached this point, he would still care about him, a poor and useless uncle from the countryside.

But when he saw Chen Jie's sincere smile, he also smiled and said, "Jiu Si, I haven't seen you for more than a month, and you are so impressive. I almost didn't recognize you."

Chen Jie stepped forward and said, "It's all because of all the brothers who support me. By the way, uncle, how is my master's health?"

"The old man is in good health, but he keeps talking about you."

"Oh, I'm too busy. I promised to come and see Master when I'm free."

"Where's my aunt?"

"That's fine, but she's even more nagging. I came to the city and she told me not to come in vain and go to Yihonglou to meet my lover. Oh..."

Chen Jie smiled knowingly, and then said, "Uncle, you haven't seen Brother Hong yet, right?"

"Nope."

After hearing this, Chen Jie said, "Don't be in a hurry to leave today. We'll be done soon. Wait until night, go home, call Brother Hong, and have a few drinks. Ruirui must miss you too."

"Yeah, haha, I kind of miss that girl too."

Wu Zhong smiled and nodded when he heard this.

The two of them were chatting as if no one was around, when suddenly someone said, "The hall master is here!"

Chen Jie said: "Uncle, I'm going up."

Wu Zhong said: "Go quickly, go quickly, don't delay the important matter."

Chen Jie turned around and nodded to Lao Liu and Lao Li, the two managers of the fish pen, and went towards the high platform in the distance.

At this time, Lao Liu and Lao Li looked at Wu Zhong and said, "Lao Wu, didn't you say that your relationship is just average?"

Wu Zhong said: "Yeah, it's pretty average."

"So he calls you uncle and invites you to his home?"

The two of them said this while gritting their teeth.

Wu Zhong laughed and said, "Haha, you two are really ordinary. My father-in-law is his master. He calls me uncle and his wife aunt. He even lived in my house for a while and we lived and ate together. That's the extent of our friendship."

"This, this is not enough! Isn't this the average nephew's standard?"

Old Liu said while gritting his back teeth.

Wu Zhong said: "He is a little better than my nephew, but a little worse than my son."

"I……"

Lao Liu and Lao Li turned around cursing, saying that they were tricked by Wu Zhong, the bastard.

At this time, Peng Shizhong came out from the high platform with the Three Vajras, followed by the Twelve Eagle Guards, Fu Bo and other core personnel.

Everyone came to the platform, and Peng Shizhong was the first to arrive in front of the platform.

Standing behind him were Feng Xuan, Zheng Chuan, Lu Rong, Chen Jie, and Zhou Chu.

The Twelve Eagle Guards and Uncle Fu stood at the farthest end of the platform, responsible for vigilance.

At this time, Peng Shizhong looked at everyone present and said, "Everyone is here."

At this sound, everyone stopped talking and looked at the people on the stage seriously.

Peng Shizhong and the others focused their attention and said, "Everyone, I believe you have heard about the crisis that our White Tiger Hall has encountered recently, right?"

"Well, the rumors you heard outside are all true. Our White Tiger Hall almost didn't make it."

"But thanks to our ancestors' blessing, we finally managed to survive and preserve the century-old foundation of the White Tiger Hall. We even went a step further and obtained the mining rights to the Nanhu Salt Field. Our White Tiger Hall has become even more powerful."

"All of this is inseparable from the help of the brothers."

"And today we gathered all the brothers here mainly to make some personnel changes."

"As you can see, Feng Xuan, Zheng Chuan, Lu Rong, and I are all injured, so we need to recover during this period of time. However, the hall cannot stop functioning, and the brothers cannot stop eating, so I decided to leave the affairs of the hall to Lao Wu and Chen Jiusi for the next period of time."

"Including the protection of the four streets, the mining of Nanhu Lake, the management of the fish pens in the three villages and towns, and a small part of the mining work at the Beishan Iron Mine, etc., all are temporarily managed by Jiu Si!"

After hearing this, everyone's eyes widened. What was this for? Directly delegate power?
These businesses basically comprise 90% of the White Tiger Hall's assets, and they are all handed over to Chen Jiusi for management. Is this training him to be the deputy hall master?

Feng Xuan, Zheng Chuan, and even Lu Rong all widened their eyes.

In an instant, it seemed as if they had lost all their power.

Although they needed to recuperate and could not do any work, they were confused by the idea of ​​directly handing over the power in their hands.

At this time, they looked at each other. Lu Rong was just briefly stunned, but did not react too much. In fact, his rights, that is, Hutou Street among the four streets, belonged to him.

He doesn't care. He will come back after he recovers from his injury.

However, the rest of the rights were previously managed personally by Feng Xuan, Zheng Chuan, and even Peng Shizhong.

For example, the fish pens in the three villages and towns and the mining of the Beishan Iron Mine were all directly under his control before, but now he has delegated all the power. Why is he doing this?

Feng Xuan and Zheng Chuan looked at each other. Zheng Chuan frowned but said nothing.

Chen Jie was also stunned when he heard this. He did not expect Peng Shizhong to make such an arrangement. He actually gave all the rights of Baihu Hall to himself directly, and it was almost a complete transfer. This was too impulsive.

Although I really want it, but...

Thinking of this, Chen Jieyi clasped his fists and said, "Godfather, Jiusi's ability is limited and I'm afraid he won't be able to do the job!"

After hearing this, Feng Xuan also spoke up: "Godfather, Jiu Si is indeed very capable, but the burden is too heavy. Jiu Si was also stabbed yesterday and is overworked. Don't tire him out, and take care of his health."

As Feng Xuan spoke, he winked at Zheng Chuan, hoping that Zheng Chuan would say something too. However, Zheng Chuan ignored Feng Xuan and just stood there motionless!

Seeing this scene, Feng Xuan became very anxious and winked at Lu Rong again.

Lu Rong paused and said, "Foster father, this burden is indeed a bit heavy. In fact, Uncle Fu can help share some of it."

After hearing this, Peng Shizhong said, "Well, what you said makes sense, but I also came to this conclusion after careful consideration. This time, you were all seriously injured and need to recuperate, so don't interfere in worldly affairs. According to my estimation, you will be able to recover in a month. At that time, you can let Jiu Si unload the burden."

"Now we in the White Tiger Hall need to recover our strength as soon as possible, so we can only let Jiu Siduo do it for us."

After saying this, Peng Shizhong said, "Well, it's settled. If you feel bad for Jiu Si, get well soon."

Feng Xuan wanted to say something after hearing this, but when he saw Zheng Chuan remained silent, he frowned and could only say, "In this case, we must listen to what our foster father says."

After hearing this, Peng Shizhong said, "Well, then, it is decided. In a while, all the managers will go to Jiu Si to report. If there is anything going on recently, please go to him. That's it."

Having said this, Peng Shizhong ignored the shock of the crowd and turned around and walked down the platform.

Uncle Fu and the twelve Eagle Guards followed behind him.

At this time, on the high platform, Feng Xuan looked at Zheng Chuan deeply and asked, "What are you doing, you bastard? Are you someone who would give up power so easily?"
Zheng Chuan turned around and left the platform without saying a word. After getting off the platform, he sat in his small wheelchair and went straight back to his mansion.

Feng Xuan frowned and looked at Chen Jie.

"Brother."

Feng Xuan smiled when he saw Chen Jie saluting him, "Congratulations, fifth brother, for taking control of the power!"

Chen Jie immediately clasped his fists and said, "Brother, I am terrified."

Feng Xuan said: "Don't be afraid. If you don't understand something, you can ask me."

Chen Jie said: "Thank you, brother, for your help."

Feng Xuan smiled and said, "No more words, I'll recover from my injuries first."

With that, Feng Xuan turned and left.

Lu Rong said: "Jiu Si, thank you for your hard work these days. I will leave my street to you. I will leave now."

Then he walked down the platform.

Chen Jie squinted his eyes and looked at the people going away. Zhou Chu said, "Jiu Si, why do I feel like they are not willing to do this?"

After hearing this, Chen Jie said, "It would be strange if they were willing to do so."

"Notify all the managers to meet me in the side hall."

Chen Jie turned and walked towards the side hall. At this time, Peng Shizhong returned to his room.

As soon as I entered the door, I couldn't help coughing: "Cough cough cough..."

Uncle Fu immediately ordered the twelve eagle guards to stand guard around him, and he went into the house to pour a glass of water for Peng Shizhong and said, "Master, are you okay?"

"Ahem... It's okay. The old beggar's palm hit my lung meridian. I need to recuperate."

After hearing this, he brought over some tea and said, "Master, isn't it a bit too radical for you to go on stage and announce today that you will hand over the White Tiger Hall's foundation to Fifth Master for management?"

After hearing this, Peng Shizhong asked, "What do you mean?"

"I see that the eldest and second masters are not very willing."

Peng Shizhong coughed a few more times and said, "Ahem... I have no choice but to do this."

"Mianshui County is in a state of chaos right now. Nan Batian, Old Monster Liu, and those hiding in the dark are all feeling uneasy. This incident with the Beggars' Sect has sounded the alarm for me."

"What do you mean?" "Ah Fu, what do you think of Jiu Si?"

Peng Shizhong did not answer, but asked Peng Fu instead.

"He is decisive and measured in his actions, and has the demeanor of a great general."

Peng Fu said to Peng Shizhong, and Peng Shizhong nodded and said, "Yes, Jiu Si is capable, and I am also optimistic about him."

"Look at the White Tiger Hall now. The eldest and the second are at loggerheads. If the business is passed on to the eldest, the second will rebel. If it is passed on to the second, the eldest will not be at peace. So I have been thinking, can we find someone who can accommodate them both so that everyone can live together in peace."

"So, Hall Master, you want to choose Nine Four?"

"Ah."

"But in this case, what should the elder and the second master do?"

Peng Shizhong said: "So I also want to try Jiu Si's method. If it doesn't work, I will think of another way. I have to think of a way to make them live in peace. We have to protect each other!"

Peng Fu understood Peng Shizhong's thoughts.

Peng Shizhong followed closely and said, "Moreover, the incident with the Beggars' Sect this time has made me realize that we cannot choose only one successor. The risk is too great. If someone dies like the Fourth Brother, what will happen to the century-old foundation of the White Tiger Hall?"

"So for the second point, I think that even if Jiu Si cannot become the balance boss, his abilities must be trained, so that if there are any changes in the future, there will be no lack of successors."

Peng Fu understood what Peng Shizhong meant.

As a father, Peng Shizhong wants his adopted sons to live in peace, but the eldest and the second oldest are incompatible. If one of them comes to power, he will kill the other.

So they wanted Chen Jie to be the one who balanced them.

Similarly, if Chen Jie cannot do it, he can also be trained to become a candidate for succession like the eldest and second eldest brothers.

This also has two advantages.

The first is that the triangle is stable. The three parties can check and balance each other, and they can live in peace.

The second is that if there are external factors and the heir dies early, for example, this time, if the old beggar's palm was heavier and killed Zheng Chuan and Feng Xuan at once, there must be a qualified heir.

Lu Rong is a reckless man. He is good at fighting, but not at being a hall leader.

Zhou Chu is difficult to convince others and lacks both strength and ability.

For the time being, Peng Shizhong will support anyone who can come to the fore. This is why Peng Shizhong suddenly handed over the entire Baihutang business to Chen Jie.

It’s a good opportunity to take advantage of the one-month recovery period for everyone to see what Chen Jie is capable of.

This is also Peng Shizhong’s purpose. He gives you the stage and wants to see if you can handle it well. This is his purpose.

Talent needs to be cultivated, and sharpshooters are fed with bullets. You can't want your subordinates to become talented but be reluctant to give them a helping hand.

As a qualified leader, you have to give your subordinates a stage to perform!

Peng Shizhong just wanted to give Chen Jie a suitable stage to see if he could become the one who could balance the roles of the big boss and the second in command.

"Well, Ah Fu, when Jiu Si is done with his work, ask him to come over to my place."

Peng Shizhong ordered, and upon hearing this, Peng Fu immediately said, "Yes, Master."

……

A side hall of White Tiger Hall.

Chen Jie tapped the table, his eyes fixed on the teacup in front of him.

Two younger brothers were standing aside, waiting for Chen Jie's orders at any time.

Chen Jie was thinking about one thing, that is, whether he could completely take over the foundation handed over by Peng Shizhong, but he found that it was impossible.

The eldest brother, the second brother was injured, not dead. Could he easily take control of the business he had built for more than ten years and the confidants he had cultivated?

It's impossible, and I can't just fall out with them, otherwise the eldest and second in command won't be able to just stand by and watch.

It seemed as if Peng Shizhong was going to hand over the White Tiger Hall's foundation directly to him, and he would become second only to the chief executive of the White Tiger Hall.

But Chen Jie knew that he was overthinking.

The complexity here is not easy to deal with.

Why should you be able to take over someone's confidant of several decades just by letting you say a few words?

Moreover, Peng Shizhong said that once his injury healed, he would return the power, which meant that his power would not last long.

So you can't be too eager for quick success, that is to say, you should slowly nibble away at what you need, show your weakness to the enemy, and don't be too aggressive.

I only have one month, and I am actually a newcomer in the White Tiger Hall. I don't have many confidants. Even if I am given enough power, it will be difficult for me to control it in a short time.

Therefore, my target this time is not the entire White Tiger Hall.

Instead, he should take over some of the White Tiger Hall's other businesses, so as to obtain resources equal to those of the eldest and second in command.

Thinking of this, Chen Jie took a sip of tea.

The goal is clear: the big vegetable market, the fish stalls in the three villages and towns, and the control of Nanhu Lake. This is my goal this time.

If you can keep a firm grip on these places, your strength will not be weaker than the eldest or the second in command.

And this month, with the people I have, I can only do this much.

Soon Zhou Chu came back, followed by the managers of various departments.

There are quite a few people in charge of the White Tiger Hall.

Among them are the managers of the four major streets, who are directly under the jurisdiction of the Four King Kongs, then the managers of the fish pens of the three major villages and towns, and the manager of the Beishan Iron Mine.

And some transport business managers.

There are more than a dozen people in total.

Chen Jie gathered everyone together and held a simple meeting.

The content of the meeting was about the future work arrangements of Baihu Hall. As for the four major streets, Chen Jie's arrangements were to remain the same.

As for the iron mine, Chen Jie was not planning to interfere too much.

Then there is the village fish pen. These three are actually managed directly by Peng Shizhong, and the relationship between Wu Zhong and Chen Jie means that they all listen to Chen Jie.

In addition, Chen Jie directly arranged the management of the big vegetable market, and the management of the big vegetable market continued to be managed by Lao Si's confidant, Ding San.

Ding Sanben thought he was going to be fired, but he didn't expect Chen Jie to still use him. He was very grateful and decided to work hard with Chen Jie.

Zhou Chu was directly arranged by Chen Jie to manage Nanhu. Nanhu is a big cake, and he had to arrange someone talented to manage it.

Finally, Chen Jie said to everyone, "I am only temporarily managing the gang's affairs, so you should do as I did before. Especially for those who manage the Third Street, if you don't understand something, go and ask your old superiors. Of course, you must manage it well and don't cause any trouble for me. After a month, you will still be subordinates of my three brothers."

"Okay, let's disperse!"

Chen Jie waved his hand and asked everyone to disperse.

A group of people left, leaving only Zhou Chu and Ding San.

Chen Jie looked at Ding San and said, "Ding San, why don't you leave?"

Ding San immediately knelt on one knee and said, "Master Wu, thank you for letting me continue to manage the big vegetable market."

Chen Jie understood that Ding San came to pledge his loyalty.

Chen Jie said, "Brother Ding San, I have a very good relationship with Fourth Brother, and you are Fourth Brother's confidant. You will be my confidant in the future. Do your job well, and come to me if you have any problems."

After hearing this, Ding San immediately said, "I am willing to serve you till my death."

Chen Jie said: "Hurry up, we are getting too far away from talking about this."

Chen Jie asked Ding San to sit down, and suddenly thought of something and said, "By the way, before the fourth brother got into trouble, was there anything abnormal about him?"

Ding San was stunned and said, "Well, Fourth Master, there was nothing unusual at that time. Oh, by the way, those days should have been when Fourth Master was checking the accounts. Fourth Master also served as the accountant of our White Tiger Hall."

Chen Jie nodded after hearing this and said, "By the way, what was he calculating on the day of the accident?"

Ding San said: "Logically speaking, it should be the account book of iron ore and private salt."

"iron ore."

Chen Jie narrowed his eyes. He seemed to remember that some time ago, he overheard Hua Sanniang mention that the price of pig iron in Mianshui County had increased.

The general rise in prices, if there is no government regulation, can only be caused by changes in market supply and demand.

In other words, there may be less iron.

Before Deng Guangming got into trouble, he was checking the accounts of the iron mine. It seems that there is something wrong with this iron mine.

Chen Jie said: "Well, that's enough, Brother Ding San, you can go back and continue doing your work. Everything can be as usual."

"Yes, Master Wu."

Ding San turned and left.

At this time, Zhou Chu sat down and poured himself a glass of water, saying, "Jiu Si, you're just going to hand over such a large piece of land in Nanhu to me like this?"

Chen Jie asked, "How can it not be done?"

Zhou Chu said: "Don't underestimate me, don't worry, nothing will go wrong."

Chen Jie said: "Zhen Nanhu is very important, it must be a brother I trust. You and I are brothers, you understand what I mean."

Zhou Chu said: "Don't worry, brother, I will protect you with my life. Nanhu is fine, but it's September 4th. I thought you would make drastic reforms after taking power, but I didn't expect you to let it go so easily?"

Chen Jie said: "We are all brothers. I can't go too far."

"Hehe, that's not like you."

Zhou Chu said.

Chen Jie said: "Want to hear the truth?"

Zhou Chu said: "There is nothing we can't talk about between brothers. In fact, I also know that as you take the position, the dispute between you and the eldest and the second is inevitable."

"Haha, you see it very clearly. Then who are you going to help?"

Chen Jie asked Zhou Chu, who immediately laughed and said, "Haha, is there any need to ask? Ask around in the White Tiger Hall. Everyone knows that I, Zhou Chu, am a member of the Fifth Master Party. If you are successful, I will eat your meat. If you are unlucky, I, your brother..."

"What are you doing? Live and die with me?"

"Hehe, brother, I will go back to the escort agency and be a useless son-in-law, living a cowardly life all my life."

Chen Jie said: "Don't worry, everyone thinks you are a useless son-in-law, but I know you will do something earth-shattering."

"Haha, only you, brother, trust me this much. Just based on your trust, I will risk my life for you."

Having said this, Chen Jie said, "Old Zhou, by the way, I want to tell you something. What is your current realm?"

Old Zhou said: "The Willow Tendon Realm is stable, but it is a bit difficult to reach the next level."

Chen Jie said: "Well, Brother Zhuang Gu Dan will keep an eye on you. If you want to help me, you can't do it without improving your strength."

"Then you better pay attention. It depends on you whether my tigress will make me wash my feet one day."

Zhou Chu didn't say thank you. Brothers don't say thank you to each other.

At this moment, Zhou Chu suddenly thought of something, and took something out of his bosom and said, "Oh, Jiu Si, give this to Xiao Hu when you have time."

"Huh? What?"

Chen Jie looked over and saw it was a small jade bottle. When he opened it, a fragrance of medicinal pills came out.

"【Soothing Pills】?"

Zhou Chu said: "I originally wanted to leave two for Hu Zi, but my aptitude is too poor. I ate three to break through, and only one is left. It's useless to keep it, so I'll give it to Hu Zi. I think he should be able to use it."

"this!"

Chen Jie was somewhat moved. How could he not understand what Zhou Chu meant?

Zhou Chu really treated him and Hu Zi as brothers.

You know, if you sell one pill of [Shujin Pills] on the black market, it would cost at least five or six thousand taels of silver.

It may even be out of stock and you can't buy it.

Zhou Chu didn't want so much money, but was willing to give it to Hu Zi.

Chen Jie didn't know what the relationship between Zhou Chu and Hu Zi was, but he understood that Zhou Chu didn't give it to Hu Zi directly, but asked him to pass it on. It was obvious that he had a good relationship with Zhou Chu, and he was giving him face.

Chen Jie looked at this [Shujin Pill] and was deeply moved.

He said, "I don't have any money to give you. This would cost at least five or six thousand taels on the black market!"

Zhou Chu heard this and said, "Five or six thousand taels? Oh, I'll ask my father-in-law to sell it for ten thousand taels easily, do you believe it?"

"I don't have ten thousand taels to give you!"

Chen Jie spoke.

Zhou Chu said: "Haha, then you can owe it to me. When you have it, give it to me. Twenty thousand taels."

"You are such a shady guy. Once you get it from me, I will double the money, right?"

Chen Jie laughed and scolded, Zhou Chu said: "When you become a dog owner, do you still need this?"

Chen Jie said: "I am very poor."

Zhou Chu said: "Okay, you are poor, but you are only 94. But are you really not going to take this opportunity to divide up some of the power of the eldest and second bosses?"

After hearing this, Chen Jie said, "It's impossible to divide it."

Ok?
Chen Jie said, "Those three streets, not to mention the third one, the eldest one, Heping, and the second one, Yongchang, have been operating for ten years. From top to bottom, they are all their people. If we want to get in, we can't get in unless they lose power completely."

"Besides, we have very few people we can use right now. Our foundation is still too shallow, and we can't eat a fat man in one bite. So if we can eat up the big vegetable market and defend Nanhu, that will be enough for us."

After hearing this, Zhou Chu said, "Well, that's true. Those managers seem easy to talk to, but they are not easy to deal with."

Chen Jie said: "But this time, we have gained a lot. It can be said that the White Tiger Hall has completely established its foothold."

While the two were talking, several managers who were summoned for questioning hurried to the residences of their respective masters.

Feng Xuan's mansion.

Feng Xuan was lying comfortably on the couch with two maids serving him. He looked at the steward standing below and asked, "What does Lao Wu say?"

"Sir, Chen Jiusi is sensible and has not thought about seizing power. Instead, he has allowed us to continue as usual. He also told us not to ask him if we have any questions, but to ask me directly."

"He also said that the rights would be returned to me after a month. He just wanted nothing to go wrong in this month."

Feng Xuan narrowed his eyes and asked, "What about Nanhu and Lao Si's big vegetable market?"

"Ding San will continue to be in charge of the Big Vegetable Market, and as for Nanhu, it will be given to Zhou Chu."

Feng Xuan's eyes focused slightly and he said, "This old fifth one has some tricks."

"Master? This Chen Jiusi obviously knows the importance of things. How can he be so powerful?"

Feng Xuan glanced at him and said, "What do you know? Chen Jiusi knew that he had no subordinates and could not defeat a fat man in one bite, so he did not take action, but showed weakness to us. If you really think that he can be controlled, then you are the idiot."

"Ah, yes, Master."

Feng Xuan said: "By the way, how is the investigation of Lao Si going?"

"Master, there are no clues yet, but Chen Jiusi seems to be ready to investigate."

Feng Xuan said: "Oh, that's good, keep an eye on him."

After saying that, Feng Xuan waved his hand and said, "Go ahead, let the people below do their work normally, and be more respectful to Lao Wu."

"Yes!"

Such questioning also took place in Zheng Chuan's mansion at this time.

"Well, Chen Jiusi said so?"

Zheng Chuan looked at the manager below, and the manager said, "That's it. He has no intention of interfering in the affairs of our street."

Zheng Chuan nodded and said, "It seems that he is also a smart person. He knows that he can't chew too much."

After that, he turned to look at the manager and asked, "What about the fourth brother?"

"Yes, I am following your instructions and checking now."

Zheng Chuan nodded and said, "Well, check carefully to see if there are any clues."

"Yes."

……

Just like that, when Chen Jie took over Baihu Hall, the entire Baihu Hall was running wildly, with all kinds of complicated interest relationships.

The internal situation of a large gang is very chaotic.

However, Chen Jie's goal was very clear, so he didn't feel it was difficult at all.

Just when Chen Jie was chatting with Zhou Chu, Uncle Fu came and said that Peng Shizhong wanted to see him.

Chen Jie quickly came to Peng Shizhong's bedroom and saw Peng Shizhong sitting cross-legged on the bed, using his internal energy to heal his injuries.

Seeing Chen Jie coming, Peng Shizhong said, "Nine Four, sit down."

Chen Jie sat down, and Peng Shizhong said, "I asked you to come this time to hand over the Twelve Eagle Guards to you. You still need to investigate the matter of the Fourth Brother in detail. You must not let the Fourth Brother die in vain."

Chen Jie said: "Yes, foster father, I will do my best to find out and avenge my fourth brother."

"Well, that's good."

Peng Shizhong said, stood up, stretched his muscles and said: "By the way, do you have any direction to investigate this matter?"

After hearing this, Chen Jie said, "Yes!"

"Oh, where do I start?"

Chen Jie said: "Iron ore!"

"Huh? Iron ore?!"

(End of this chapter)